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Marquis Hunter

Marquis Hunter

Westerville

Summary

Data Center Operations Leader | IT Infrastructure & Support Management
Experienced in managing enterprise-level data center operations, consistently maintaining 99.7%+ system uptime while ensuring reliability and performance. Skilled in network configuration and hardware lifecycle management, leading to 30–40% improvements in system efficiency and response time. Adept at troubleshooting complex issues under pressure, reducing downtime and preserving operational continuity. Proven leadership in mentoring IT teams, streamlining support processes, and aligning infrastructure initiatives with business objectives.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
6
6

Certificates

Work History

Data Center Engineer AWS

TEKsystems
10.2024 - Current
  • Promoted a safe working environment within the data center facility by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Evaluated vendor proposals, selecting the most cost-effective options for hardware and software procurement.
  • Reduced downtime occurrences through proactive maintenance and equipment upgrades.
  • Managed a team of technicians, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to best practices.

Senior Engineer

NCR VOYIX
01.2021 - 09.2024
  • Implemented backup strategies that reduced data loss risk by 95%, ensuring business continuity and compliance.
  • Completed 20+ hours/year of professional development, staying ahead of emerging technologies and industry standards.
  • Increased team efficiency by 30% through performance assessments and targeted coaching for junior engineers.
  • Improved cross-functional collaboration by translating technical concepts for 100+ non-technical stakeholders across departments.
  • Spearheaded a continuous learning initiative, boosting team adoption of new tools and technologies by 40% within six months.

IT Support Trainer

TEKsystems/Marketsource
12.2011 - 12.2020
  • Trained and onboarded 150+ IT support staff, reducing average ramp-up time by 40% through customized learning modules.
  • Developed and maintained a knowledge base that decreased support ticket volume by 25% through improved self-service access.
  • Designed technical training programs that improved first-call resolution rates by 35% within three months.
  • Conducted regular workshops and hands-on labs, increasing certification pass rates (e.g., CompTIA, ITIL) by 60%.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

ITT Technical Institute
01-2016

Skills

  • Backup and recovery
  • Incident management
  • Compliance management
  • Hardware troubleshooting
  • Data center operations
  • Asset management

Timeline

Data Center Engineer AWS

TEKsystems
10.2024 - Current

Senior Engineer

NCR VOYIX
01.2021 - 09.2024

IT Support Trainer

TEKsystems/Marketsource
12.2011 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

ITT Technical Institute

Certification

  • CompTIA Certification
  • OSHA Certified
  • Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification
  • Google IT Support Professional Certificate
  • Microsoft Certified, Azure Data Engineer Associate - Microsoft.
  • Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA) - Juniper Networks.
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Cisco Systems.

Accomplishments

  • Maintained 99.5% system uptime by implementing proactive maintenance schedules and monitoring tools across data center environments.
  • Reduced average support ticket resolution time by 20% through improved escalation paths and enhanced technician training.
  • Trained and supported 75+ IT staff across multiple teams, improving onboarding efficiency and increasing overall team productivity.
  • Saved $30K annually by identifying underutilized hardware and consolidating systems to reduce energy and maintenance costs.
  • Boosted end-user satisfaction by 15% via revised support documentation and consistent follow-up on recurring issues.
  • Led hardware refresh and reconfiguration projects that improved system performance by 18% while minimizing downtime.
  • Conducted root cause analyses that helped prevent 25% of repeat incidents, contributing to long-term service reliability.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders and non-technical teams to improve communication flow and reduce project delivery delays by 10%.

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursTeam Building / Company RetreatsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing4-day work week

Software

Microsoft

Linux

Apple

Android

IOS

Quote

The goal is to turn data into information, and information into insight."
Carly Fiorina

Interests

Gundam building

Boxing

Marquis Hunter